Bishop's University
Project: Renovating and modernizing the teaching laboratories
Total Project Cost:
$4,457,000
Total KIP Funding:
$2,228,500
Status of Project: Substantially completed
Project Description
The project involves renovating and modernizing the 40-year old, outdated science laboratories.
- Upgrades the health and safety aspects of facilities: The project allows the laboratories to conform to current safety standard requirements and also includes asbestos removal.
- Expands or enhances the utility of training space: Improving the quality of laboratories allows for a better academic experience.
- Improves energy efficiency: The object of this project was an overall reduction of energy consumption by 15%. It is estimated that greenhouse gas emissions will be reduced by 232 tonnes of CO2 per year.
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